Bachelor of Mathematics (Data Science)

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
Mawson Lakes

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus/Online

Program Code
LBMH

Prerequisites
SACE Stage 2 Math Methods
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Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 39,400 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025

English Language Requirements

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
095006G

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND

Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points

Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

OR
Higher education study

Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above

OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above

OR
Work and life experience

Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past

Essential requirements for admission

Prerequisites

SACE Stage 2 Math Methods

Assumed Knowledge

None

English language entry requirements

In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:

English language test

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

Admission Requirements by Country

Kenya KCSE (average)	B+
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	7
Malaysia UEC	28
Norway GPA	3.5
Pakistan HSSC	85
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	7
Sweden GPA	14
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	7
Vietnam	8
Australia	75
IB (best 6)	27
USA SAT (1600)	1190
India (best 4) State Board	75
India (best 4) Central Board	65
HKDSE	16
Nepal NEB	2.71
Bangladesh HSC	4
Canada High School (OSSD)	70
Eynesbury FSP	350
German Abitur	3.3

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Aim

This program aims to produce graduates who are skilled in areas of modern mathematics, information technology and data science. These graduates will be well equipped for work in business, industry or to undertake further studies.

Content & Structure

A total of 108 units are required for the completion of the program. This three-year program provides solid foundations in Mathematics, Information Technology and Data Science.

From 4 August 2025, the University of South Australia will no longer be accepting applications for new students. Study at Adelaide University.

What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Calculus 1	MATH 1054	4.5
Statistical Methods	MATH 1068	4.5
Problem Solving and Programming	COMP 1039	4.5
Information Technology Fundamentals	INFT 1016	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Calculus 2	MATH 1055	4.5
Linear Algebra	MATH 1056	4.5
Object Oriented Programming	COMP 1046	4.5
Data Driven Web Technologies	INFS 1025	4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Applied Probability	MATH 2030	4.5
Data Structures Essentials	COMP 2012	4.5
Linear Programming and Networks	MATH 2014	4.5
Discrete Mathematics	MATH 1043	4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Mathematical Communication	MATH 2024	4.5
Mathematical Modelling	MATH 2031	4.5
Data Analytics using R	COMP 2032	4.5
Big Data Concepts	INFS 4020	4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Analytics for Decision Making	INFS 3075	4.5
Predictive and Descriptive Analytics	INFS 3076	4.5
Visualisation for Data Science	INFS 3078	4.5
Mathematics Clinic 1	MATH 3021	4.5	Note(s): 2
OR
Elective		4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Text and Social Media Analytics	INFS 3077	4.5
AI and Machine Learning	COMP 2019	4.5	Note(s): 3
University Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,4
Please choose ONE of the below courses
Mathematics Clinic 2	MATH 3034	4.5
Mathematical Sciences Project	MATH 3013	4.5
STEM Internship 15 Days	NASC 4022	4.5	Note(s): 5

Rules & notes

Notes

1. The University elective is a course from any Academic Unit or program within the University of South Australia that is freely chosen by students, subject to pre-requisite requirements and availability.

2. Students enrolling in this course will be required to enrol into MATH 3034 Mathematics Clinic 2.

3. This course can be substituted with another advanced level course with approval from the Program Director.

4. Students intending to enrol in the Master of Teaching with a minor learning area in Digital Technologies are encouraged to choose Systems Requirements and User Experience (INFS 1026).

5. Students can enrol in this course as an alternative to MATH 3013. This course is subject to availability and students may be required to obtain their own Internship opportunity. Students must have a minimum GPA of 5 and have prior Program Director approval before enrolling.